For Immediate Release: November 22, 2024
EXPANDING INCLUSIVITY FOR A MAGICAL HOLIDAY EXPERIENCE
Columbia, S.C., November 22, 2024 – Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is enhancing its commitment to inclusivity by hosting its first-ever sensory-friendly night during the second annual Wild Lights event. In collaboration with the South Carolina Department of Disabilities & Special Needs (SCDDSN), this special evening is designed to provide a welcoming and enjoyable experience for all guests, including those with sensory sensitivities.
Date: Tuesday, December 3, 2024
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Riverbanks Zoo & Garden, 500 Wildlife Parkway, Columbia, SC 29210
Key Features:
- Dimmed and static lighting in select areas
- Lower music volume throughout the park
- Designated quiet zones
- Visual guides and clear signage for navigation
- Communication tools for guests needing assistance
Media Opportunities:
Don't miss this exclusive opportunity to obtain footage of the first ever sensory-friendly night at Wild Lights. Media representatives planning to attend should RSVP to Matt Perron at mperron@riverbanks.org by December 2, 2024.
Media Check-in on December 3: Guest Relations office (next to main Zoo entrance) at 4:45 PM
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Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is home to more than 3,000 magnificent and fascinating animals and one of America’s best public gardens. The Zoo opened on April 25, 1974, and for five decades, has connected individuals, families and school children with the natural world. Riverbanks is an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and is recognized as a global leader in animal care and welfare, education, recreation, science and wildlife conservation. It is the mission of the Zoo and Garden to create meaningful connections and inspire actions that will have a lasting impact on wildlife and wild places. For more information, visit riverbanks.org.